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Southwest Virginia Community College hosted a round-table discussion with state leaders, including Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin, on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. College president Dr. Tommy Wright moderated the event. Sen. Travis Hackworth and Del. Will Morefield were on the stage with the Governor as local leaders presented their comments and questions. The conversation covered various topics, including ways to improve the region\u2019s economy, education, healthcare, and housing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Before the event, a group of students and college board members met backstage with Gov. Youngkin, Sen. Hackworth, and Del. Morefield for a photo. (L-R, front) Sen. Travis Hackworth, Dr. Tommy Wright, Del. Will Morefield (Center-back), Gov. Glenn Youngkin, and (far right front) A.J. Robinson, Virginia Community College System board member) take a photo with a group of Southwest students and local college board members.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Southwest Virginia Community College hosted a round-table discussion with state leaders, including Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin, on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. College president Dr. Tommy Wright moderated the event. 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